Here in time for Christmas (hint, etc) is the new Mini Clubman JCW. This goes straight to the top of the model line-up thanks to a 2.0-litre turbo engine giving it 228bhp – not far off 20% more than the previously range-topping Cooper S.
Thus armed, and with all-wheel drive sticking it to the road, the JCW promises a 6.3-second sprint time and a top speed of 148mph.
Helping you make the most of all this are enhancements to the brakes and suspension, and as well as an uprated turbo the engine also gets improved cooling. And making sure everyone knows what you got for
Christmas (hint, hint, etc) is an in-your-face styling pack including beefed up bodywork, unique 18” rims and a big wing at the back.
Inside, the seats are sports jobs, the roof lining is made from alcantara and the shifter can operate a manual or auto box depending on your taste.
Pretty much a head-to-head rival for the hottest Audi A3/S3 Sportbacks, then. And, priced from £29,345 with sales kicking off, lest we forgot to mention it, by Christmas, the ideal gift for someone. If only you could work out who.
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